Professional Job Roles

Professional Job Roles


Producer


Producers are one of the main roles, in television, film, and video productions and they manage everything that would take place. They will conclude everything that will take place, and will turn it to a finished piece. Producers can also be involved in distribution and marketing. A Producer must also report directly back to the client about any changes made or anything they would like to contribute to, such as adding something to the film. The Producer works close with the director, and other staff included. The Producer needs to have some directing skills, as they may direct themselves. They would also take care of all project operations. The producer is responsible for the budget and allocates each crew member a certain budget for them.


Pre-Production – Producers bring together all members on the creative team. They assist the Executive Producers to raise the finance for the Production. They then choose Line personnel e.g. Line Producer, Production Manager, and Associate Producer. Producers also participate in the location, approval of the final Shooting Script, Production Schedule, and Budget.
Producers are responsible for everyday operations that proceed, even though some are responsible to the Line Producer and any Associated Producers. The producer is in constant communication and consultation with the director. Producers approve on script changes and cost reports.


Producers must be good businessmen/women, strategists, motivators, negotiators and creative visionaries, with the ability to spot and deal with any situations that occur, because they have to make sure everything is going successfully and there are no problems involved. They also do whatever it takes to get the film made. They need knowledge and a thorough understanding of all creative processes in the film making. They must know how to prepare a budget for the production, and how to secure financial recourses for the production. Producers need to be excellent communicators, so they are able to work with others sensitively under pressure. They are also expected to plan, inspire and supervise. Producers have a legal responsibility under health and safety for the workplace, as they make sure nothing will cause any injuries for anyone and it is a safe and clean environment to work in. Must be able to identify hazards, asses the risks and develop procedures to control the risks.


Director

Directors may write the script. They must develop a vision for the finished film and design a practical way of achieving it. During pre-production, there are crucial decisions made as they have to select the right type of cast, crew and locations for the film. This is crucial, because it has to be suitable for the type of movie that is going to be produced. Then they will direct the rehearsals and the performances of the actors once in production. They also manage the sounds, lighting, camera, sound and special effects. 


When in post-production, directors work closely with editors through many technical processes of editing. At all stages directors are responsible on motivating the team to produce the film they have envisioned.
Directors must have a very artistic vision and creative skills to develop an engaging film. The are also expected to be confident leaders as they are in control of what happens on set. Director’s must also have a passion for filmmaking. They should constantly make decisions, but must also work with the others in the team. They should have outstanding communication skills to get the best from the filmmaking. Directors also need self-belief and motivation to succeed.